(ThyBlackMan.com) In his 1940 memoir, “Dusk of Dawn,” W. E. B. DuBois attempted to explain why he called on Black Americans to “close ranks” to support the U.S. effort against the Axis powers during World War I. However, DuBois admitted that at the time, he “did not realize the full ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Tuesday night the political world was all focused on the Iowa Caucuses. Everyone was watching to see if Santorum would defeat Romney. When all the votes were counted, Romney had won by a mere 8 votes. Romney was finally declared the winner around 2:30 am (east coast time). I ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Whether you’re trying to lose weight, avoid heartburn, or simply eat healthfully, you needn’t give up sweets. Just watch what and how much you eat. But when you’re trying to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle, watching your dessert and sweet intake can be one of the biggest ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Today it was announced that Tulane University Professor Melissa Harris-Perry is going to have a new show on MSNBC. Melissa is far sharper and more polished than I could ever be, so I knew it was only a matter of time before the network moved her into the fold. ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) “I will go to the NAACP convention and explain to the African-American community why they should demand paychecks instead of food stamps,” said Newt Gingrich at a town hall meeting in New Hampshire. This is just the latest in a series of insulting comments being made by GOP hopefuls, ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Congressman Ron Paul (R-TX), a candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, is somewhat similar to Ron Swanson. Mr. Swanson is one of the stars of NBC’s “Parks and Recreation” and while Mr. Swanson may not be running for the Republican presidential nomination, he shares Ron Paul’s enthusiasm for individual ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) PBS announced today an expansive slate of programs profiling the rich history, culture and contributions of African-Americans. The programs air as part of PBS’ celebration of Black History Month, February 2012. Premieres On Wednesday, January 4, during the PBS/TCA Press Tour, INDEPENDENT LENS will present three new shows. “Daisy Bates: The First Lady of ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) All this talk about tax cuts is falling on deaf ears for the more than 14 million unemployed folks in this country. I’m sure many of them are saying we gave the Wall Street bankers their bailout; we extended tax cuts for the one-percenters; and we continue to send ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) In a time when Fatherhood is a hot button issue in the African American community and beyond actor/rapper Tray Chaney releases a music video for his new song titled Fatherhood that hits the mark. Many will recognize Chaney from his role as Poot Carr on HBO’s hit show The ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) What is Character? It’s the action you take to carry out the values, ethics and morals that you believe in. Consistency between what you say you will do, and what you [actually] do; putting your ethics INTO action. Moral strength, it takes moral courage to do what is right ...